The Planting And Care Of Shade Trees : Kessinger Publishing : 9781437370744 : 1437370748 : 22 Dec 2008 : ""The Planting And Care Of Shade Trees"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Alfred Gaskill in 1912. The book is divided into two sections: the first section covers the planting and care of shade trees, while the second section includes papers on insects that are harmful to shade trees and diseases that affect both shade and forest trees.The first section of the book provides detailed information on how to select and plant shade trees, including tips on soil preparation, tree spacing, and tree staking. It also covers various aspects of tree care, such as pruning, fertilizing, and watering, to ensure the trees grow healthy and strong.The second section of the book focuses on the various pests and diseases that can harm shade and forest trees. Gaskill provides detailed descriptions of the symptoms of each disease and offers advice on how to prevent and treat them. He also discusse